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Caprese Melon Salad

Tara Noland
You won't find a much prettier salad than this Caprese Melon Salad. It has a gorgeous sweet-to-salty ratio that is perfect for a hot summer night.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 247 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 Small Cantaloupe
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Basil minced plus more for garnish
  • 8 Ounces Fresh Mozzarella Balls
  • ½ Medium Watermelon

Lime Dressing:

  • ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Zest of one lime plus more for garnish
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine all of your dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • Using your melon baller, cut out small spheres of watermelon and cantaloupe. You can use a small melon baller or a big one, based on your preference.
  • In a large bowl, add melon balls, mozzarella balls, and dressing. Toss gently to combine. Add in your fresh basil and toss again.
  • Top with more basil, lime zest, and dressing if desired.

Equipment

MOFFTI Chef Knife Set with Knife Sharpener, German EN1.4116 Stainless Steel, Ultra Sharp Professional Ergonomic Handle, Knives Set for Kitchen with Gift Box
MOFFTI Chef Knife Set with Knife Sharpener, German EN1.4116 Stainless Steel, Ultra Sharp Professional Ergonomic Handle, Knives Set for Kitchen with Gift Box
Umite Chef Mixing Bowls with Airtight Lids，6 piece Stainless Steel Metal Nesting Storage Bowls, Non-Slip Bottoms Size 7, 3.5, 2.5, 2.0,1.5, 1QT, Great for Mixing & Serving (Khaki)
Umite Chef Mixing Bowls with Airtight Lids，6 piece Stainless Steel Metal Nesting Storage Bowls, Non-Slip Bottoms Size 7, 3.5, 2.5, 2.0,1.5, 1QT, Great for Mixing & Serving (Khaki)
2 Pack Double Ended Headed Fruit Icecream Ball Spoon,Stainless Steel Melon Baller,Smooth Round Melon Balls Melon Scoop for Watermelon/Ice Cream/Fruits/Sorbet/Meatball
2 Pack Double Ended Headed Fruit Icecream Ball Spoon,Stainless Steel Melon Baller,Smooth Round Melon Balls Melon Scoop for Watermelon/Ice Cream/Fruits/Sorbet/Meatball

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 330mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16g
Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.
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